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Anthem by Katherine Jenkins to herald handover of global culinary event to Wales

Prestige Events Magazine

“This very generous gift demonstrates Katherine’s commitment and support to bringing this global event to Wales,” said Mr Watkins. “We When Wales welcomes thousands of chefs from around the world in 2026, it will be the first time that any part of the United Kingdom has hosted the global event in Worldchefs’ 98-year history.

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Events Industry Council Releases 2024 Q2 Report

Smart Meetings

Strong gains indicate a return to pre-pandemic stability Global business events entity Events Industry Council (EIC) has released its Global Events Barometer for the second quarter of 2024, with results showing positive growth in nearly every region around the world.

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Best of 2024: Sustainability

Smart Meetings

The world of sustainable events is bigger than ever. As more planners and partners in hospitality and tourism incorporate sustainability into their business models, it becomes a need-to-have, rather than a nice-to-have. This article breaks down their conversation.

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FICP Annual Elevated Conversation Around Meaning

Smart Meetings

Neuroinclusion Imperative ALHI President and CEO Michael Dominguez connected the dots on hospitality and economic trends A quarter of the world’s population, the largest minority on the planet, is neurodivergent. That makes accommodating their needs in the workplace and at events a business opportunity rather than a compliance problem.

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Smart Moves in Colorado, Utah and More

Smart Meetings

Read More : Colorado: Rocky Mountain High Alinio Azevedo Aspen Hospitality in Colorado named Azevedo CEO. Riggs joined Maritz Global Events Design Studio in 2018. She has also worked with Kenichi Aspen, Matsuhisa Aspen, Hotel Jerome and W Hotel Aspen.

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Smart Moves in Sedona, Cayman Islands and More

Smart Meetings

Mitchell joins SCC as assistant director of event services. She brings an extensive background in hospitality and the events industry, having served as director of events at Palm Beach County Convention Center among other respected organizations. Huffman will serve as general manager.

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Smart Moves in South Carolina, Missouri and More

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Shaffer has spent over two decades in tourism and hospitality sales. Most recently, she was sales director at Resort Lifestyle Communities in South Carolina, a hospitality company that provides resort-style living options for its retired residents. Lilly has been in hospitality, tourism, event management and sales for 15 years.

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